Signed to DreamWorks Records Nashville in 1998, Keith released his breakthrough single "How Do You Like Me Now?!" in late 1999. This song, the title track to his 1999 album of the same name, was the #1 country song of 2000, and one of several chart-toppers during his tenure on DreamWorks Nashville. His next three albums, Pull My Chain, Unleashed, and Shock'n Y'all, produced three more #1's each, and all of the albums were certified 4× Platinum. A second Greatest Hits package followed in 2004, and after that, he released Honkytonk University.
When DreamWorks closed in 2005, Keith founded the label Show Dog Nashville, which merged with Universal South Records to become Show Dog-Universal Music in December 2009. He has released ten studio albums through Show Dog/Show Dog-Universal: 2006's White Trash with Money, 2007's Big Dog Daddy, 2008's That Don't Make Me a Bad Guy, 2009's American Ride, 2010's Bullets in the Gun, 2011's Clancy's Tavern, 2012's Hope on the Rocks, 2013's Drinks After Work, 2015's 35 MPH Town, 2017's The Bus Songs, and 2021's Peso in My Pocket, as well as the compilation 35 Biggest Hits in 2008. Keith also made his acting debut in 2006, starring in the film Broken Bridges, and co-starred with comedian Rodney Carrington in the 2008 film Beer for My Horses, inspired by his song of the same name. On February 5th, 2024, Toby passed away from a 3 year battle with Stomach Cancer.
Just the Guy to Do It
Toby Keith Lyrics
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Or they just easier to spot in the dark?
Girl, I'm just tryin' to cheer you up
I saw you sittin' over here all alone, with a broken heart
It's hurtin' you real bad, wish there was somethin' that I had
I'd hook you up, get you through it
You might need a man to hold you 'til it don't
Is that your pretty boy standin' there at the end of the bar
He's got some nerve
Talkin' loud and drinkin' with a red head ridin' shotgun on his arm
He's such a jerk
I think he's a kuncklehead, all those ugly things he said were out of line
Man, he blew it
He might need someone to put him in his place
I'm just the guy to do it
Baby, I can't mend your broken heart
I can't take away your pain
I can't promise you the sun is gonna shine when you're walkin' in the rain
If you need a hero for tonight, I can be the one, let me prove it
Yeah, you just say the magic words and we'll be gone
I'm just the guy to do it
Baby, I can't mend your broken heart
I can't take away your pain
I can't promise you the sun is gonna shine when you're walkin' in the rain
Oh but if you need a hero for tonight, I can be the one, let me prove it
Yeah, you just say the magic words and we'll be gone
I'm just the guy to do it
Do blondes really have more fun
Or are they just easier to spot in the dark?
In Toby Keith's song "Just the Guy to Do It," the singer of the song is trying to cheer up a woman with a broken heart. He is offering to help her in any way he can, including being there for her emotionally or even taking care of the man who hurt her. The singer draws a comparison between the man the girl is upset about and himself, highlighting the differences between them. The girl's ex-boyfriend is aggressive and disrespectful, while the singer promises to be there for her in a more gentle, supportive way.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's willingness to be there for the girl and to help her in any way he can. He admits that he may not be able to fix all of her problems, but he is willing to try. His confident attitude and reassuring words serve as a source of hope to the girl and let her know that she is not alone.
The lyrics of "Just the Guy to Do It" address themes of heartbreak, rejection, and emotional support. The song acknowledges the difficulty of dealing with a difficult situation, but also encourages listeners to find strength and hope in the help and support of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Do blondes really have more fun
Do people with blonde hair really have more enjoyable experiences?
Or they just easier to spot in the dark?
Or is it just that their hair color makes them more noticeable in dimly lit places?
Girl, I'm just tryin' to cheer you up
I am attempting to lift your spirits, young lady.
I saw you sittin' over here all alone, with a broken heart
I observed you sitting by yourself with a heart that has been shattered.
It's hurtin' you real bad, wish there was somethin' that I had
It is causing you significant pain that I wish I could alleviate using a solution I possessed.
I'd hook you up, get you through it
I would connect you with what you need to overcome this hardship.
You might need a man to hold you 'til it don't
Perhaps you require the presence of a male figure to comfort you until the pain subsides.
I'm just the guy to do it
I am the suitable individual to fulfill that need.
Is that your pretty boy standin' there at the end of the bar
Is the attractive male at the bar whom you are observing your companion?
He's got some nerve
He is acting presumptuous.
Talkin' loud and drinkin' with a red head ridin' shotgun on his arm
Speaking loudly and holding hands with a red-headed individual who is accompanying him.
He's such a jerk
He is annoying and intolerable.
I think he's a kuncklehead, all those ugly things he said were out of line
I believe he is a foolish person, and his inappropriate remarks were unacceptable.
Man, he blew it
He failed significantly.
He might need someone to put him in his place
He may benefit from someone who will demonstrate authority towards him.
I'm just the guy to do it
I am entirely capable of taking up that task.
Baby, I can't mend your broken heart
My dear, I lack the ability to fix the emotional pain you are currently experiencing.
I can't take away your pain
It's beyond my power to remove your sorrow and distress.
I can't promise you the sun is gonna shine when you're walkin' in the rain
I am unable to guarantee that things will get better when you're in a difficult situation.
If you need a hero for tonight, I can be the one, let me prove it
If you require a protector for the night, allow me to demonstrate that I can fill that role.
Yeah, you just say the magic words and we'll be gone
If you indicate that you are ready, we will depart from this location without any delay.
I'm just the guy to do it
Once again, I am the ideal candidate to handle that scenario.
Lyrics © Tokeco Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Scott Emerick, Toby Keith
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